Welding workers fabricate/repair metal structures across Auckland, Christchurch, Tauranga industrial hubs. Earn NZD 30-40/hr ($60K-85K/year), MIG/TIG stainless steel, boilermaking, fitters on infrastructure projects. Green List residency path; Plucks Engineering, Classic Stainless hiring skilled welders now.
Job Overview
Job Title: Welder / Fitter Welder / Boilermaker / Metal Fabricator / Stainless Steel Welder
Location: Auckland, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington
Industry: Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing
Hiring Companies: Plucks Engineering, Classic Stainless, NZ Skills in Demand firms
Job Demand: High (38+ TradeMe vacancies, Green List roles)
Job Responsibilities
- MIG/TIG weld stainless steel, aluminium structures
- Fabricate/assemble machinery, pipes, farm equipment
- Read blueprints, fit supports, pressure testing
- Repair boilers, wagons, industrial components
- Fault diagnosis, grinding, polishing finishes
- Site/workshop welding safety compliance
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: 18+ years
Experience: 2+ years welding preferred
License: Full driver’s site travel
Certifications: Welding tickets, drug test pass
Skills: MIG/TIG stainless, blueprint reading
Salary & Benefits 🔥
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Salary | NZD 30-40/hr |
| Weekly Avg | NZD 1,200-1,600 |
| Guaranteed Hrs | 40 weekly Mon-Fri |
| Benefits | ACC, KiwiSaver, holidays |
| PPE/Tools | Provided |
| Training | Safety/upskill courses |
| Overtime | Project peaks 1.5x |
| Vehicle | Company ute |
| Yearly Total | NZD 60K-85K |
Salary Structure
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Visa & Documents
Visa Options: Green List (Welder/Fitter residency path), Accredited Employer Work Visa
Shortage Roles: Fitter Welder, Pressure Welder, Metal Fabricator
Required:
✓ 2+ years welding experience
✓ Full driver’s license
✓ Welding certifications (MIG/TIG)
✓ Drug test pass
✓ Right to work NZ
How to Apply
CV Proof: Welding projects, tickets quantified
Portals: TradeMe boilermakers/welders (38+), Indeed welder salaries
Direct: NZSkillsInDemand.co.nz, engineering firms
Agencies: Adecco Trades, Kinetic Recruitment
👉 Apply Now for Welding Jobs NZ 2026
Important Tips for Job Seekers
- Stainless/TIG cert = $35+/hr premium industrial
- Christchurch/Auckland = infrastructure boom steady work
- Green List = straight residency for skilled welders
- Drug test mandatory – all sites safety first
- Boilermaker tops $100K+ with overtime/shifts
- Monday-Friday rosters common, Xmas shutdowns
FAQs
Experience level?
2+ years MIG/TIG preferred
Driver’s license?
Full essential site access
Welding types?
MIG/TIG stainless steel priority
Drug test?
Mandatory safety standard
Overtime common?
Yes, projects/shutdowns 50hr weeks
Residency path?
Green List eligible roles
Conclusion
Welding jobs deliver NZD 60K-85K skilled trade power, Green List residency fast-track! Plucks, Classic Stainless hiring nationwide now. Apply via TradeMe/Indeed IMMEDIATE – certified TIG welders are priority fab hires. Forge NZ’s infrastructure future in 2026!
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